David Brough

London

Editor and Publisher at Jewellery Outlook

Articles

AWARDS - GIA President and CEO Susan Jacques receives ICA Lifetime Achievement Award

1 week ago | jewelleryoutlook.com | David Brough

From left to right: Damien Cody – ICA President, Susan Jacques – GIA President and CEO, Douglas Hucker – ICA CEOBRASILIA, Brazil – GIA president and CEO Susan Jacques has received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the International Colored Gemstone Association (ICA). Ms Jacques received the award during a Gala Dinner ceremony at the end of the May 19-22 ICA Congress in Brasilia.
LABS - Gemological Science International expands global footprint with new lab in Bangkok

1 week ago | jewelleryoutlook.com | David Brough

BANGKOK — Gemological Science International (GSI), one of the world’s largest and most technologically advanced gemological groups, has announced the opening of a laboratory in Bangkok — the 14th in its international network.
TRADE FAIRS - JCK’s highly anticipated 2025 events, awards and networking lineup aims for a landmark year in the show’s history

1 week ago | jewelleryoutlook.com | David Brough

Norwalk, CT – May, 2025 – JCK (June 6-9, 2025), a premier trade event in the jewelry industry, gears up for another groundbreaking edition of its show, with an expanded lineup of networking opportunities and star-studded events. Curated to enhance the attendee experience, JCK 2025’s scheduling is set to once again be the one event that the industry should not (and will not want to) miss.
DIAMONDS NEWS - Botswana President Boko and Secretary of Commerce Lutnick to headline WFDB NY meeting

1 week ago | jewelleryoutlook.com | David Brough

The World Federation of Diamond Bourses (WFDB) Presidents’ Meeting, June 10 – 11, 2025, in New York, will feature an illustrious list of speakers, led by Botswana President Duma Boko and U.S. Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick and including Angolan Minister of Mineral Resources, Petroleum, and Gas Diamantino Azevedo and Botswana Minister of Minerals and Energy Bogolo Kenewendo.
ICA Congress embraces sustainability initiatives in Brazil and Africa, guides trade on tariffs

1 week ago | gjepc.org | David Brough |Coloured Gemstones

The May 19-22 ICA Congress highlighted initiatives towards greater sustainability in Brazilian and African gemstone mining, and gave guidance to the global gemstone trade on how to face up to the challenge of tariffs.
COLOURED GEMSTONES - ICA Congress embraces sustainability moves in Brazil and Africa, gives guidance on tariffs

1 week ago | jewelleryoutlook.com | David Brough

By David BroughBRASILIA, Brazil – The May 19-22 ICA Congress embraced moves towards greater sustainability in Brazilian and African gem mining, projects supporting artisanal mining communities, and delivered guidance on tariffs. The Congress in Brasilia heard presentations about moves to develop responsible sourcing of colored gemstones in Brazil by improving permissioning for small-scale artisanal miners, who extract most of the South American country’s gemstones.
EMERALDS - Muzo Emerald launches Misty Green – the hidden poetry of the land .

2 weeks ago | jewelleryoutlook.com | David Brough

Muzo Emerald, the world-renowned name behind Colombia’s most exquisite emeralds, unveils a new color to its celebrated emerald palette: Misty Green by Muzo Emerald. In the mystical heart of Colombia, where morning mist weaves through the Andean mountains, a delicate hue has emerged capturing the serenity of dawn and the soul of the land where the finest emeralds are born. This ethereal tone, known as Misty Green, evokes nature’s quiet elegance and offers a modern interpretation of timeless beauty.
AUCTIONS - Bonhams global jewellery sales see diamonds and signed jewels exceed pre-sale estimates

2 weeks ago | jewelleryoutlook.com | David Brough

LOS ANGELES/LONDON – Bonhams presented the live May jewellery sales: California Jewels on May 20, 2025, and Knightsbridge Jewels on May 21, 2025. Both salesfeatured a selection of exceptional pieces spanning the centuries. Highlights included coloured gemstones, vibrant emeralds, rubies, and sapphires alongside antique and vintage jewels. The sales also showcased striking contemporary designs and signed creations from world-renowned houses.
AUCTIONS - Christie’s presents Magnificent Jewels featuring the Blue Belle, a 392.52-carat sapphire and diamond necklace and the Marie-Thérèse pink diamond .

2 weeks ago | jewelleryoutlook.com | David Brough

NEW YORK – Christie’s presents Magnificent Jewels, a live auction taking place on 17 June, 2025, at Rockefeller Center in New York City. The sale will showcase an outstanding selection of captivating diamonds and spectacular-colored gemstones, alongside iconic creations from the world’s most prestigious jewelry houses, including Belperron, Bulgari, Cartier, Harry Winston, JAR, Van Cleef & Arpels, and many others.
COLOURED GEMSTONES - Possible U.S. tariff hike could lead to investments in cutting in origin nations, ICA conference hears

2 weeks ago | jewelleryoutlook.com | David Brough

By David BroughBRASILIA, Brazil – A possible rise in U.S. tariffs after expiration of the present 90-day pause, could trigger investment in cutting and polishing in gemstone origin countries, Sara Yood, President, CEO and General Counsel at the Jewelers Vigilance Committee, told the ICA Congress.

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David Brough

Articles

AWARDS - GIA President and CEO Susan Jacques receives ICA Lifetime Achievement Award

LABS - Gemological Science International expands global footprint with new lab in Bangkok

TRADE FAIRS - JCK’s highly anticipated 2025 events, awards and networking lineup aims for a landmark year in the show’s history

DIAMONDS NEWS - Botswana President Boko and Secretary of Commerce Lutnick to headline WFDB NY meeting

ICA Congress embraces sustainability initiatives in Brazil and Africa, guides trade on tariffs

COLOURED GEMSTONES - ICA Congress embraces sustainability moves in Brazil and Africa, gives guidance on tariffs

EMERALDS - Muzo Emerald launches Misty Green – the hidden poetry of the land .

AUCTIONS - Bonhams global jewellery sales see diamonds and signed jewels exceed pre-sale estimates

AUCTIONS - Christie’s presents Magnificent Jewels featuring the Blue Belle, a 392.52-carat sapphire and diamond necklace and the Marie-Thérèse pink diamond .

COLOURED GEMSTONES - Possible U.S. tariff hike could lead to investments in cutting in origin nations, ICA conference hears